Personalized Dog & Puppy Behavior Training in the San Fernando Valley, California

In-person training in Lake Balboa, North Hills, Northridge, Chatsworth, Winnetka, Canoga Park, Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Reseda, and Encino (A travel fee may be applied for other San Fernando Valley locations)

Virtual sessions to help you and your pup no matter where you are located in the world

Our Services

We can help you & your dog with:

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Dog & Puppy Training

Behavior problems are easier to prevent than to treat later on. Set your pup up for success as early as possible with positive-reinforcement, science-backed training methods.

We have an option for everyone, from busy professionals who can’t take on the extra work, to pet parents who are involved in every aspect of their dog’s life.

Fear or Aggression

If your dog avoids visitors, growls at people or dogs, does not like sharing their stuff, or is so afraid that they don’t even like walks, don’t worry, we can help!

Our Behavior Consultations are the first step in finding relief for you and your best friend. We will address your dog’s behavior, not suppress it, by looking at their health, lifestyle, breed specific tendencies, and more.

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Overnight Dog Sitting

Worried about leaving your challenging canine in the wrong hands when you travel?

What do you do if boarding them at a kennel is not an option?

This is an exclusive service reserved for dogs who aren’t always easy, but are always loved.

Don’t worry, be waggy with our overnight dog sitting.

Pet Sitting

You deserve to get away without the worry of wondering how your pets are fairing.

Finding a trustworthy, experienced, and honest pet sitter doesn’t have to be difficult – you just found us!

Our pet sitting services are ideal for more independent pets who don’t need an overnight visit, but still need some TLC.

Happy Clients & Pups

What people are saying about our dog training services:

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I am so grateful to have found Vic to help us with our 3 year old lab, Teddy. I love that the focus was on Teddy and what would help him succeed. He doesn’t pull me anymore when we walk and I’m able to help him calm down when we see other dogs on our walk.

—Madelyne D. and Teddy

★★★★★

I highly recommend Don’t Worry Be Waggy to anyone looking for professional and effective dog training. Monty’s recall skills have improved tremendously, and our park hangouts are now more enjoyable and stress-free.

—Charli L. & Monty

Why Don’t Worry Be Waggy?

The benefits of working with us:

Experienced, educated, and credentialed

The dog training industry is unregulated, so anyone can claim to be an expert and charge what they want. DWBW has over 15 years of experience, multiple degrees in Animal Behavior and Training, and holds a professional certification.

Customized training and behavior plans

Plans tailored to you and your dog’s specific needs and lifestyle will give you long lasting results, and a more fulfilled canine companion!

Reward-based, science-backed methods

Family friendly training that even the kids can enjoy! Learning through play and finding what motivates your dog so that they WANT to work with you will not only get you results, but also strengthen your dog’s relationship with you!

Convenient training options

Whether you enjoy traning your dog or not, DWBW has a service for you! We can help you online no matter where you are, come to you, or even do the trainng or you!

Meet your Dog Trainer & Behavior Consultant

I’m Vic Gasser, the certified professional dog trainer who will help you eliminate any worries you have about your dog’s undesireable behaviors.

I have been training pet dogs and rescue dogs professionally for over 15 years, hold 2 degrees in animal behavior, and continue to educate myself in the field of dog behavior and training. My knowledge, experience, and non-judgemental attitude set me apart from other dog trainers, and allow me to help you with everything from puppy socialization to extreme behavior problems such as phobias and aggression.

San Fernando Valley dog trainer Vic Gasser and dog, Dougal
Vic and Dougal

Premium in-home & virtual dog training

Because you deserve the convenience, and your dog deserves the best. Are you both ready to get your wag back?

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